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Help Name This Mystery Fish

Unidentified fish hide from a submersible's bright lights off Chile. Help scientists give them a name.

Image courtesy Avi Klapfer

What's in a name? Whether you're star-crossed lovers in a Shakespeare play or researchers exploring the ends of the Earth, names can be everything. A proper name can transcend languages and cultures, allowing anyone around the world to know who or what you're talking about.